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Staff accountant

Jobot, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Job Summary Our client is a mission‑driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of underserved communities. The Staff Accountant will support the finance and accounting functions, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, accurate reporting, audit support, and financial stewardship.

Salary Base pay range: $60,000.00/yr – $80,000.00/yr (jobot provided pay range)

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job Details

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Accounting, Financial Services, and Banking

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

Assist in month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, payment tracking, and donor contributions.

Track and report on restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring compliance with donor restrictions and grant requirements.

Assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.

Collaborate with program and development teams to ensure proper expense allocation and financial reporting for grants and donations.

Support annual audits and assist in preparing audit schedules and documentation.

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local nonprofit regulations, including Form 990 preparation and reporting.

Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization.

Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, including GAAP and fund accounting.

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.

Experience with grant management and donor‑restricted funds is preferred.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.

Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot’s Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here jobot.com/privacy-policy.

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